Luwakot - Barakot, Champawat
Luwakot is a village situated in the Barakot tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Lohaghat and around 55 km from Champawat. Sungar Khal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luwakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luwakot is 054131. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.32 hectares and falls under the 262527 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Luwakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Luwakot
According to the 2011 Census, Luwakot village had a total population of 140 people, including 67 males and 73 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,090 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.22%, with male literacy at 94.23% and female literacy at 59.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 140 | 67 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 18 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Luwakot
Luwakot is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Luwakot
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Luwakot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Luwakot is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Luwakot is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Luwakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luwakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Luwakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Luwakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Luwakot
Where is Luwakot located?
Luwakot village is located in Barakot Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Luwakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Luwakot is Sungar Khal.
What is the pincode of Luwakot?
The pincode of Luwakot is 262527.
What is the population of Luwakot?
Luwakot had a total population of 140, including 67 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Luwakot?
Luwakot had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luwakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luwakot was 75.22%. Male literacy was 94.23% and female literacy was 59.02%.